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Signal Processing Engineer

$100k

Johns Hopkins Applied Physics Laboratory

Description

Do you love applying your signal processing experience to solve complex problems in the RF domain, in particular, electronic warfare?

Are you willing to take chances with new and creative methods to solve the nations toughest challenges?

Do you want to work in an atmosphere where risk taking, innovation, and creativity are openly encouraged and sought out?

If so, we're looking for someone like you to join our team at APL!

We are seeking a creative signal processing engineer to help us build innovative technology applications for the next generation of electronic warfare systems. Your work will contribute to ensuring the US and its allies dominate the RF spectrum. You'll be joining our hardworking team of system engineers, algorithm developers, FPGA and embedded software engineers, and advanced EW technology enthusiasts who enjoy working together to craft creative solutions to complex challenges. You will contribute to a variety of interesting projects in a team environment.

As a Signal Processing Engineer, you will ...
  • Develop novel concepts to defeat adversarial radar and communication systems; This work will involve a multitude of sub-disciplines in the signal processing field.
  • Study current and future radar systems and evaluate their performance.
  • Be involved in the end-to-end modeling and performance evaluation of new systems being designed.
  • Be involved in prototyping of new concepts.
  • Brief sponsors and internal APL staff.
Qualifications
You meet our minimum qualifications for the job if you ...
  • Have earned a Bachelor's degree in engineering, physics, or mathematics with a concentration in signal processing, or another related discipline.
  • Have at least three years of relevant experience related to signal processing design and analysis.
  • Have strong MATLAB or Python programming experience.
  • Are able to obtain an Interim Secret level clearance by your start date and can ultimately obtain a TS/SCI level security clearance. If selected, you will be subject to a government security clearance investigation and must meet the requirements for access to classified information. Eligibility requirements include U.S. citizenship.
You'll go above and beyond our minimum requirements if you ...
  • Have earned a Master's or Ph.D. in signal processing, estimation theory or another related discipline.
  • Have at least ten years of experience in the signal processing field.
  • Have experience modeling electronic protection (EP) algorithms, seekers, angle estimation, digital arrays, space time adaptive processing, clutter, or trackers and C++ experience.
  • Have experience leading small technical teams and communicating with stakeholders.
About Us
Why Work at APL?

The Johns Hopkins University Applied Physics Laboratory (APL) brings world-class expertise to our nation’s most critical defense, security, space and science challenges. While we are dedicated to solving complex challenges and pioneering new technologies, what makes us truly outstanding is our culture. We offer a vibrant, welcoming atmosphere where you can bring your authentic self to work, continue to grow, and build strong connections with inspiring teammates.

At APL, we celebrate our differences of perspectives and encourage creativity and bold, new ideas. Our employees enjoy generous benefits, including a robust education assistance program, unparalleled retirement contributions, and a healthy work/life balance. APL’s campus is located in the Baltimore-Washington metro area. Learn more about our career opportunities at

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, creed, color, religion, sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, age, physical or mental disability, genetic information, veteran status, occupation, marital or familial status, political opinion, personal appearance, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. APL is committed to providing reasonable accommodation to individuals of all abilities, including those with disabilities. If you require a reasonable accommodation to participate in any part of the hiring process, please contact View email address on click.appcast.io.

The referenced pay range is based on JHU APL’s good faith belief at the time of posting. Actual compensation may vary based on factors such as geographic location, work experience, market conditions, education/training and skill level with consideration for internal parity. For salaried employees scheduled to work less than 40 hours per week, annual salary will be prorated based on the number of hours worked. APL may offer bonuses or other forms of compensation per internal policy and/or contractual designation. Additional compensation may be provided in the form of a sign-on bonus, relocation benefits, locality allowance or discretionary payments for exceptional performance. APL provides eligible staff with a comprehensive benefits package including retirement plans, paid time off, medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short-term disability, long-term disability, flexible spending accounts, education assistance, and training and development. Applications are accepted on a rolling basis.

Minimum Rate

$100,000 Annually

Maximum Rate

$245,000 Annually

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